Los Angeles County health officials are waving the red flag at several popular beaches, warning ocean-goers to avoid getting wet near Topanga Canyon Beach, Marie Canyon Storm Drain at Puerco Beach, Santa Monica Pier, and Ramirez Creek at Paradise Cove. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health announced these advisories, pinpointing areas within 100 yards up and down the coast from designated landmarks where bacterial levels have exceeded the danger zone.
Recent water tests revealed contamination above health standards, leading officials to issue warnings. Swimming is currently discouraged near Santa Monica Pier and Topanga Canyon Beach. However, Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro and the Castlerock Storm Drain area at Topanga County Beach remain safe for visitors, as per the County of Los Angeles…